International Involvement - Italy - Malaga Campaign, February 1937

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Why was the Malaga Campaign significant?

It won the Nationalists lots of land; this was important because the territorial gains made by the Nationalists in 1937 meant that by the end of the year they controlled 2/3rds of the country; after which it was doubtful that the Republicans could pull back their lead.

What was the aim of the Malaga Campaign?

1937: it was a Nationalist Campaign to extend control over southern Spai; particularly the southern coastal city of Malaga

What was the international support for the Nationalists during the Malaga Campaign?

  1. 10,000 Italian 'volunteer' troops
  2. Military advice of 'guerra celere' (rapid war) tactics; relied on speed and armoured vehicles and tanks supported by aircraft
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In contrast, what was Republican defense in Malaga?

  1. 12,000 militiamen
  2. 16 artillery units

When did the Malaga fall to the Nationalists?

8 February 1937

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